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Entrepreneur District

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Rolling / Open

Grant Type

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Overview

Entrepreneur District

Overview: A transformative co-working and mentorship space located on the second floor of Dakota Business Lending's headquarters in Fargo, North Dakota. The program provides free office space, mentorship, education, collaboration opportunities, and access to capital for qualifying small business owners.

Geographic Scope: Fargo, North Dakota (physical location required)

Focus Areas:

  • Business growth and scaling

  • Business sustainability and development

  • Entrepreneurship support

    • Program Benefits:

  • Free office space at the Entrepreneur District

  • Mentorship and business education

  • Collaboration and networking with other resident entrepreneurs

  • Partnership opportunities

  • Access to capital through Dakota Business Lending's financing programs

    • Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must own a for-profit small business in full operation and registered with state

  • Must be a solopreneur working full-time on the business

  • Must be in need of physical office space

  • Must be able to work from Fargo, ND office minimum 8 hours per week

  • Must have strong willingness to collaborate with other residents

    • Cohorts: Program operates on cohort basis (third cohort mentioned as open as of document date)

    Contact Information:

  • Contact Person: Michaela Schell, Entrepreneurial Development Director and Head of District

  • Email: [email protected]

  • Phone: 701-293-8892

  • TTY: 711

  • Address: 5630 36th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104

    • Program Website: dakotabusinesslending.com/entrepreneur-district

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Submit Resident Application
    - Complete application form available on Entrepreneur District webpage
    - Applications should be sent to Michaela Schell, Entrepreneurial Development Director

    2. Application Submission
    - Email completed applications to: [email protected]
    - Include any questions or inquiries

    3. Required Information
    - Business name and registration details
    - Business description and current status
    - Demonstration of need for office space
    - Statement of willingness to collaborate
    - Information about business goals (growth/scaling or sustainability focus)

    4. Timeline
    - Applications due: December 18, 2024 (for third cohort as referenced in document)
    - Check website for subsequent cohort deadlines

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